The Central Durham Crematorium Joint Committee, made up of 15 councillors from Durham County Council and Spennymoor Town Council, oversees the crematorium's operations. It ensures business is conducted legally and to proper standards, safeguarding public money and promoting economical, efficient, and effective use of resources. The committee is also responsible for continuous improvement in its functions, as required by the Local Government Act 1999. It must establish good governance and a sound internal control system, including risk management, to effectively carry out its duties.